GB Connections Expands Leadership Team to Enhance Growth and Customer Partnerships

GB Connections Expands Leadership to Foster Growth

HOUSTON, Nov. 20, 2025 - GB Connections LLC has made significant changes to its leadership team, aimed at improving its commercial strategy and customer engagement initiatives. Chad Gorball, who previously held the position of Vice President of Business Development and Marketing since 2022, has been elevated to the senior leadership team, solidifying his role in shaping the firm’s strategic direction. This transition comes as part of a broader effort to ensure that the company is well-aligned with its growth objectives and the needs of its clients in the rapidly changing energy sector.

The Vision Behind Leadership Changes

The appointment of Gorball marks a pivotal moment for GB Connections, especially following the company's previous leadership shift with Robert L. Kovar, P.E. stepping in as President and CEO in June 2024. The integration of Gorball into the senior leadership team is expected to enhance the alignment between various integral sectors of the business, such as business development, marketing, operations, and customer insights. Gorball's long-standing commitment to understanding customer needs has empowered him to play a key role in the company's strategic growth plans.

In addition to Gorball's promotion, GB Connections welcomes Martin Carcache as an Outside Sales Representative. Carcache brings over 15 years of experience in the Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) and mechanical tubing sectors. His expertise positions him to build stronger relationships with operators, distributors, and mills within the energy industry. Together with Gorball, Carcache will ensure that the company continues to listen to customer feedback and translate it into actionable strategies.

Strengthening Customer Relationships

Gorball’s deep knowledge of the OCTG industry, involving two decades of experience, has been invaluable in cultivating the customer relationships that define GB Connections. He understands the technical and service priorities that matter most to clients, allowing him to connect their insights directly with the company’s business strategy.

“The best partnerships are built on listening,” states Gorball. This philosophy underscores his commitment to ensuring that the company’s innovation efforts align with the evolving needs of operators, distributors, and mills in the energy sector. He emphasizes that every product and partnership reflects GB Connections’ commitment to quality, service, and technical expertise.

Robert L. Kovar, the President and CEO of GB Connections, commented on the recent leadership advancements, stating, “Having worked closely with Chad, I’ve witnessed his profound understanding of our customers and the markets we serve. His promotion, alongside Martin's addition, strengthens our customer connections at the leadership level, ensuring that the trust we’ve built over the years remains central to our operations.”

A Legacy of Excellence

The leadership changes build upon the solid foundation established under Gene Mannella, P.E., who continues to serve as Chairman and Executive Technology Officer. Mannella's ongoing involvement ensures that the values and technical standards that have underpinned GB Connections’ reputation remain embedded as the company embarks on its next chapter.

For over 45 years, GB Connections has built its reputation on delivering precision-engineered solutions and responsive customer service. With the recent leadership updates, the company is poised to evolve further, continuously adapting to meet the dynamic needs of the energy industry. The new strategies aim to deliver innovative and engineered solutions that enhance efficiency, reliability, and performance for customers.

GB Connections remains dedicated to upholding its long-standing principles in providing high-performance connection technologies, setting new benchmarks in the energy sector as it aims for sustainable growth and innovative partnerships.

About GB Connections

GB Connections is a leading manufacturer of high-performance connection technologies catering to the energy industry. To learn more about their innovative solutions, visit GB Connections.